Randy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAN-dee / /ˈrændi/English; diminutive of Randall
Meaning
English: shield wolf; diminutive of Randall: a variant of Randal
Historical & Cultural Background
Randy is primarily used as a diminutive of Randall, which has roots in Old Norse. The name Randall was introduced to England by the Normans. Over time, Randy emerged as a popular standalone name, especially in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Trend Summary
Randy experienced peak popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Randall
- Randal
International Variants
- Randal (Scottish)
- Randall (English)
Famous people named Randy
Randy Johnson is a former professional baseball player known for his exceptional pitching career in Major League Baseball.
Randy Newman is an American singer-songwriter and composer, famous for his work in film music and hit songs.
Randy Orton is a professional wrestler known for his time in WWE and multiple championship reigns.
Randy Moss is a former professional American football player recognized for his outstanding career as a wide receiver.
Fictional characters named Randy
Randy Marsh is a character from the animated television series 'South Park,' known for his humorous and often absurd behavior.
Randy Cunningham is the main character in the animated series 'Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja,' who becomes a ninja to protect his school.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Randy was first seen in the United States in 1915. Randy has ranked as high as #49 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Randy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Randy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 33 | |
| CA | 18 | |
| FL | 16 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| LA | 6 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| KS | 5 | |
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 33 |
| 1935 | 48 |
| 1936 | 59 |
| 1937 | 80 |
| 1938 | 101 |
| 1939 | 137 |
| 1940 | 181 |
| 1941 | 207 |
| 1942 | 379 |
| 1943 | 584 |
| 1944 | 804 |
| 1945 | 1,107 |
| 1946 | 1,637 |
| 1947 | 2,501 |
| 1948 | 3,141 |
| 1949 | 3,623 |
| 1950 | 4,355 |
| 1951 | 6,033 |
| 1952 | 8,646 |
| 1953 | 10,665 |
| 1954 | 12,638 |
| 1955 | 14,957 |
| 1956 | 16,547 |
| 1957 | 16,466 |
| 1958 | 15,186 |
| 1959 | 15,041 |
| 1960 | 14,208 |
| 1961 | 12,600 |
| 1962 | 11,842 |
| 1963 | 10,533 |
| 1964 | 10,302 |
| 1965 | 8,862 |
| 1966 | 7,760 |
| 1967 | 6,798 |
| 1968 | 5,708 |
| 1969 | 5,265 |
| 1970 | 5,037 |
| 1971 | 4,344 |
| 1972 | 3,739 |
| 1973 | 3,346 |
| 1974 | 3,342 |
| 1975 | 3,385 |
| 1976 | 3,320 |
| 1977 | 3,397 |
| 1978 | 3,220 |
| 1979 | 3,416 |
| 1980 | 3,392 |
| 1981 | 3,343 |
| 1982 | 3,228 |
| 1983 | 2,926 |
| 1984 | 2,909 |
| 1985 | 2,881 |
| 1986 | 2,728 |
| 1987 | 2,787 |
| 1988 | 2,716 |
| 1989 | 2,604 |
| 1990 | 2,477 |
| 1991 | 2,160 |
| 1992 | 2,008 |
| 1993 | 1,701 |
| 1994 | 1,644 |
| 1995 | 1,508 |
| 1996 | 1,510 |
| 1997 | 1,362 |
| 1998 | 1,276 |
| 1999 | 1,139 |
| 2000 | 1,136 |
| 2001 | 1,054 |
| 2002 | 1,017 |
| 2003 | 936 |
| 2004 | 977 |
| 2005 | 1,082 |
| 2006 | 1,052 |
| 2007 | 1,004 |
| 2008 | 1,102 |
| 2009 | 996 |
| 2010 | 883 |
| 2011 | 841 |
| 2012 | 696 |
| 2013 | 641 |
| 2014 | 548 |
| 2015 | 493 |
| 2016 | 426 |
| 2017 | 384 |
| 2018 | 372 |
| 2019 | 349 |
| 2020 | 265 |
| 2021 | 249 |
| 2022 | 254 |
| 2023 | 236 |
| 2024 | 218 |